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Centenery square fountains

📍 Birmingham, West Midlands

★4.7(104 Google reviews)

Centenary Square is Birmingham's main public square featuring the famous bull sculpture, fountains, and regular cultural events. Free entry, pram-friendly, and an ideal base for exploring the city centre.

✓ Iconic bull sculpture✓ Commonwealth Games✓ Free entry✓ City centre✓ Events programme✓ Accessible
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★★★★★Featured review by Carl Gorton Photography

Caught the train into Birmingham central from there it's a short walk up New st through Victoria Square where the flusey in the jacuzzi was in full flow round to Centenary Square just to see the Bull. This is amazing and has certainly put Birmingham on the map. Would definitely recommend a visit.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families wanting to experience Birmingham city centre energy, especially during events and seasonal programming. Children who enjoy open spaces, people-watching, and iconic photo opportunities will thrive here. Combine with a walk to the nearby BBC studios or Victoria Square fountains for a full morning out.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Take the train to Birmingham New Street — it's a short walk via Victoria Square
⏰Visit during scheduled events for the best atmosphere and organised family activities
đŸŽŸī¸Check the Commonwealth Games bull sculpture is remains on display before visiting
🚗Combine with nearby BBC studios and Brindleyplace for a full day out

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.7
★★★★★

104 Google reviews

Commonwealth Games excitement45%
Bull sculpture and photo opportunities30%
Great atmosphere and events25%
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Carl Gorton Photography

3 years ago

★★★★★

“Caught the train into Birmingham central from there it's a short walk up New st through Victoria Square where the flusey in the jacuzzi was in full flow round to Centenary Square just to see the Bull. This is amazing and has certainly put Birmingham on the map. Would definitely recommend a visit.”

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Paul Piddock

3 years ago

★★★★★

“The City has made fantastic use of this square, particularly hosting the raging bull. Access is semi controlled by helpful stewardship. The square incorporates the mega store for Birmingham 2022 as well as the BBC studio.”

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Linda Knighton

3 years ago

★★★★★

“Such a lovely day, everyone celebrating the commonwealth games, and the atmosphere was wonderful, loads to see and do for all, everything so well organised and everyone really enjoying themselves”

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Helen McKiernan

3 years ago

★★★★★

“Fantastic experience today. Commonwealth games vibes. So good to see Birmingham City Centre buzzing again. Even the rain didn't stop the feel good factor.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Centenary Square hosts the iconic bull sculpture from the 2022 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, interactive fountains, and a packed events calendar including cultural celebrations and civic programming. The square connects to the BBC studios and the city centre shopping precinct, making it a natural hub for a wider Birmingham day out. Pram-friendly surfaces throughout.

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